I grew up in the South and let me tell you, pie is a big deal down here. Every family gathering, every holiday, and every special occasion, there’s always a pie on the table. Whether it’s a sweet, juicy peach pie in the summer or a warm, comforting pecan pie in the winter, there’s just something special about Southern Pie.
I have so many memories of baking with my grandmother, who was the queen of pie-making in our family. She taught me everything I know about pie-baking, from the importance of using only the freshest ingredients to the secret of a perfectly flaky crust. I remember standing on a stool at her kitchen counter, rolling out dough and learning how to crimp the edges just right. I also remember the smell of the pie baking in the oven, filling the house with the most amazing aroma.
One of my favorite things about Southern Pie is how it brings people together. No matter how busy our lives may be, we always make time for pie. It’s a way to connect with each other, to share stories and memories over a slice of something sweet. I’ve found that there’s just something about pie that makes people smile and feel at home.
When I moved away from the South, I missed Southern Pie so much. I didn’t know how I was going to find that same level of comfort and familiarity that I had grown up with. But then I started making pie on my own and bringing it to potlucks and dinner parties. It was amazing to see how much joy it brought to others and how it brought back memories of their own grandmother’s kitchen.
Now, whenever I make a pie, I always think of my grandmother and all the memories we shared in her kitchen. I try to put a little bit of love and care into every pie I make, just like she did. And even though I may be far from home, I know that whenever I bake a pie, I’m bringing a little bit of the South with me.
In conclusion, Southern Pie is more than just a dessert. It’s a tradition, a comfort food, and a way to bring people together. Whether you’re from the South or not, I encourage you to try making a pie, and see for yourself what a special treat it can be. I hope that you will find the same joy and comfort in pie-baking that I have found, and that it will become a cherished part of your own memories and traditions.
Southern Pie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of cultured milk
- 1 3/4 cups of granulated sugar
- 2 extra-large eggs
- 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- A tiny pinch of salt
- 8 ounces of unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients until well blended.
- Pour the mixture into an unbaked 9-inch pie crust.
- Sprinkle some freshly grated nutmeg on top.
- Bake for 15 minutes in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking for 45 more minutes.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.
